Phair - Harchakian, Kangra
Phair is a village situated in the Harchakian tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Upper Lanj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phair village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phair is 009302. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.78 hectares and falls under the 176026 pincode. Kangra is the nearest town.
Phair village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phair
As per Census 2011, Phair village has a total population of 406 people, consisting of 193 males and 213 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 1,103 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 328 literate and 78 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phair are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 406 | 193 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 17 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 328 | 173 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 20 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Phair
Phair is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Phair
Phair is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Phair is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phair
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phair village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Phair
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phair village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Phair
Where is Phair located?
Phair village is located in Harchakian Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phair?
The Gram Panchayat of Phair is Upper Lanj.
What is the pincode of Phair?
The pincode of Phair is 176026.
What is the population of Phair?
Phair has a total population of 406, including 193 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Phair?
There are 88 households in Phair.
What is the literacy rate in Phair?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phair is 80.79%. Male literacy is 89.64% and female literacy is 72.77%.